UK Government Unveils 2023 Timber in Construction Roadmap to Boost Low-Carbon Housing
The UK Government has unveiled its updated Timber in Construction (TiC) Roadmap for 2023, aiming to accelerate the use of timber-based builds and reduce reliance on imported timber. The plan hopes to harness timber's natural carbon-storing benefits to meet environmental targets while addressing the housing shortage.
The roadmap resonates with industry leaders. Andrew Carpenter of the Structural Timber Association praises the plan for meeting housebuilding targets while addressing decarbonisation obligations. Alex Goodfellow, Chair of the Confederation of Timber Industries, sees timber as an opportunity to build more low-carbon housing while expanding forests. David Hopkins, CEO of Timber Development UK, views the strategy as a significant boost to the low-carbon construction sector.
The Government plans to increase the use of homegrown timber, with currently 80% sourced abroad. Stuart Goodall of Confor praises the Government's focus on productive forestry and homegrown wood-based products. Forestry Commission Chief Executive Richard Stanford sees the plan as a step towards 'timber security' and reducing import dependence.
The 2023 TiC Roadmap seeks to promote timber as a primary building material, reducing carbon emissions and easing the housing shortage. Industry leaders welcome the plan, which aims to increase homegrown timber use without compromising quality or safety.
Read also:
- Potential Consequences of Dismantling FEMA Vary Across States
- Railway line in Bavaria threatened by unstable slope - extensive construction site at risk
- Wind Farm Controversy on the Boundary of Laois and Kilkenny
- Puerto Rico's Climate Lawfare Campaign experiences another setback with the dismissal of its deals.
